When you’re living in the middle of South Western Ontario, Canada, winter can be pretty bleak. Okay, bleak is just a 19th century word for crappy. Yes. It sucks. Once the holiday season is over and most of us have taken down the old Christmas lights, each day seems more drab and dreary than the next. We are on the edge of our seats, like wild bulls ready for that gate to open and send us hurling into the warm weather again. Are we there yet? Yes, we are definitely getting close.
Here’s a little something to get you there. 5 things to do to get yourself ready for the warm weather. By the time you’ve finished the list, you’ll be cracking a Corona and sparking up those backyard Tiki Torches. I guarantee it.
5 Things To Do To Get Ready For Spring
1. Tackle The Clothes Switcheroo
Pack away all those turtlenecks and f lannel pyjamas and bring out the tank tops and flirty little sundresses. I’m sure there’s a sweater or two that deserves to be put out to pasture. Get rid of them. Good Riddance. Gone. It feels great to unpack those Spring and Summer clothes that have been hiding deep in our storage rooms for months. Remind yourself of what you have and start compiling that wish list of what you need.
2. Get A Haircut
Nothing says fresh start like a new ‘do. Chop off that drab winter hair and try something gloriously fantastic for Spring. A new haircut always makes me feel energized and refreshed. New season = new you!
3. Get A Head Start On Those Toes
I don’t know about you, but regular pedicures are not something that makes it’s way into my winter budget. I tend to neglect my little tootsies as I cram them into thermal wool socks and industrial strength boots. Do yourself a huge favour and book a relaxing pedicure. Now that’s a great way to start the season. Slough off six months worth of dead skin and say hello to your pretty little Spring feet. It might just motivate you to invest in those cute little open toed sandals you’ve had your eye on.
4. Take A Walk Through Your Neighbourhood
In my neighbourhood, the coming of spring is like that scene in The Wizard of Oz where Glenda, the good witch tells all the little munchkins to come out, come out, where ever they are. Suddenly, all these hibernating neighbours who I haven’t seen all winter, come popping out from all directions, desperately searching for a breath of fresh air and a little Vitamin D. I love to walk through my neighbourhood at this time of year. The smell of the fresh earth, the sound of giggling children taking their first bike ride of the year, get out there and enjoy it. Very good for the soul.
5. Clean
I know, this might not be the most popular suggestion in the world, but it does feel pretty damned good to go through all those junk drawers and over stuffed storage containers and make a fresh start. Spring is prime garage sale time so start compiling your trash to treasure collection now.
Well, thankfully, we made it through another long and treacherous Canadian winter, hibernation is ending and we’re all ready to feel a little more bright eyed and bushy tailed. Hopefully, these suggestions will help. Here’s to a safe and happy season for all of us!
